He was
born in Dublin, Ireland in 1987. He started writing at age 11, when he began
his first (unpublished) novel, entitled The Power Source. He won a TAP
Educational Award from Trinity College Dublin for an early draft of The Call of
Agon (then called Protos Mythos) in 2001.
He has published a number of poems and short stories over the years, while working on and reworking some of his many novels. The Call of Agon is his first published novel.
Dean also works as a journalist, primarily in the field of technology. He has written for TechEye, Thinq, V3, VR-Zone, ITProPortal, TechRadar Pro and The Inquirer.
He has published a number of poems and short stories over the years, while working on and reworking some of his many novels. The Call of Agon is his first published novel.
Dean also works as a journalist, primarily in the field of technology. He has written for TechEye, Thinq, V3, VR-Zone, ITProPortal, TechRadar Pro and The Inquirer.
Thanks Dean
F. Wilson for accepting this invitation and sparing out your valuable time for answering below questions. Welcome onboard!
Your real name and pen name?
Dean F.
Wilson. Some people ask what the F. stands for. It's Francis.
Please share some of the best memories of your childhood.
Please share some of the best memories of your childhood.
I think
the best memories of my childhood are most of the times I spent with my sister,
from playing in sand dunes to playing tennis, from giggling at nothing to
discussing all manner of things.
About your education:
About your education:
I had a
typical public school education in Ireland. After that I tried Animation
Drawing Studies, discovered it really wasn't for me (lots of drawing circles),
and then did Audio Visual Media. In the end, however, I pursued a career doing
what I always wanted to do: write.
What career did you plan during your education days?
What career did you plan during your education days?
I
really wasn't sure what I was going to do throughout college. I have a wide
range of interests, and I'm always curious about trying new things, but
ultimately writing was what I felt compelled to do. It was simply a matter of
finding out how to get paid to do it.
What languages you can speak and write?
English,
Irish, German, and Hebrew.
What is your biggest source of inspiration in life?
What is your biggest source of inspiration in life?
I don't
think there's one single source of inspiration for me. I am inspired by the
basic humanity of most people, by art, music, and literature, and by a belief
in something greater than us.
What hurts you most in this world?
What hurts you most in this world?
The
behaviour of some people, who show pettiness, vindictiveness, or downright
evil. That said, I always make sure to recognise that while people like this
exist, there are many others who do good deeds, and sometimes they go
unnoticed.
What is your favorite genre and why?
Fantasy,
because it allows both the writer and reader to explore things he or she could
not otherwise explore, from the most outlandish to the most mundane. In fantasy
we get to experience the lives of others vicariously, so the genre offers an
escape from reality, while also letting us experience reality more fully, since
difficult issues can be dealt with in fantastical ways. It is also possible to
communicate on multiple levels, from the surface storyline to the deeper layers
of symbolism beneath. In this way fantasy is the modern day continuation of
ancient mythology.
When did you start writing?
I
started writing when I was around 11. Initially I began a film script, but I
quickly shifted to the medium of the novel. I was always very curious about
language and storytelling, so I think this was a natural development for me.
What is
the purpose of your writing?
My
writing is intended to first and foremost tell a story, and thus be
entertaining. Beyond that, however, there is usually a message, or multiple
messages. Sometimes it might be as simple as “don't give up,” but things like
that often have to be communicated on a different level if they are to be truly
meaningful.
Which
of your work has been published so far? Would you like to share a synopsis of
your work?
Two of
my novels have been published so far, The
Call of Agon and The Road to Rebirth. They are
both part of the Children of Telm series, which follows the story of Ifferon,
one of the last in the bloodline of the dead god Telm, who imprisoned Agon in
the Underworld with his dying breath. Ifferon has attempted to hide away from
his duty to ensure that Agon does not escape his bonds, but certain incidents
leave him with little choice—and so the story begins.
What are your forthcoming writings?
The
third novel of the Children of Telm series is currently in the works. It will
resolve the story of the first two books. I also plan to delve further into the
world of Iraldas I created for these books, as well as a new world I created
for another series also in the works.
What four top most things you take care of while writing a book?
In no
particular order: character development, world immersion, suspense/tension, and
a compelling story.
Your dream destination on Earth?
At the
moment I am happy to live in Ireland, but I certainly would love to see more of
the world, particularly locations with a rich history and intriguing
mythologies.
Your favorite time of the day? Night.
Your zodiac/sunsign? Gemini.
Your favorite color and why? Blue. It is vibrant and deep.
Your favorite book and why? I have a hard time choosing a favourite book, as it largely depends on my mood. I do, however, love Tolkien, the Gormenghast trilogy, and Charles Dickens. I am on a bit of a Dickens reading binge at the moment.
Your favorite celebrity and why? Probably Joseph Gordon-Levitt. He has proven to be consistently talented, and has a lot of potential.
Your favorite food? I like variety, so it could shift from Chinese to Italian to bog standard Irish cuisine. I like flavour and sauces. I generally dislike dry or overly plain food.
Your favorite time of the day? Night.
Your zodiac/sunsign? Gemini.
Your favorite color and why? Blue. It is vibrant and deep.
Your favorite book and why? I have a hard time choosing a favourite book, as it largely depends on my mood. I do, however, love Tolkien, the Gormenghast trilogy, and Charles Dickens. I am on a bit of a Dickens reading binge at the moment.
Your favorite celebrity and why? Probably Joseph Gordon-Levitt. He has proven to be consistently talented, and has a lot of potential.
Your favorite food? I like variety, so it could shift from Chinese to Italian to bog standard Irish cuisine. I like flavour and sauces. I generally dislike dry or overly plain food.
Sun or
Moon: Moon
Laughter
or Smile: Laughter
Morning
or Evening: Evening
Coffee
or Tea: Tea
Mountain
or Sea: Mountain
Long
Drive or Short Drive: Short
Drive
Silence
or Conversation: Conversation
Water
or Fire: Fire
Air or
Earth: Air
Mars or
Jupiter: Jupiter
Tulip
or Rose: Rose
Red or
Blue: Blue
Left or
Right: Left
Glance
or Stare: Glance
What three words come to your mind for each -
Technology: Advancement, Helpful, Essential.
Life: Growth, Potential, Wonder.
God: Unknowable, Indescribable, Illimitable.
Humanity: Divided, Good, Evil.
Terrorism: Insanity, Apathy, War.
Racism: Illogical, Damaging, Learned.
Childhood
Abuse: Horrific,
Scarring, Soul-destroying.
Love: Open, Embrace, Vulnerability.
Parenting: Gift, Learning, Nurturing.
Old
age: Wisdom,
Achievement, Guidance.
The last line of your autobiography would be...
“He
achieved all of his goals, and more, and he will be remembered for all that he
contributed to the world, through his life and his works.”
Links:
Website: http://www.deanfwilson.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/
Google+: https://www.google.com/+
The
Call of Agon: http://amzn.to/WSLRmt
The Road to Rebirth: http://amzn.to/L8ub4k
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